Rangers vs Hibernian: Prediction, Lineups, Kickoff Time | Scottish Premiership 2025/26

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Rangers vs Hibernian — Match Preview

A classic Scottish Premiership rivalry takes center stage under the Ibrox floodlights on Monday, 15 December 2025. Rangers occupy 4th place with 26 points, looking to bounce back from a disappointing Europa League defeat to Ferencvaros in midweek. Hibernian sit just behind in 5th with 24 points and arrive in Glasgow fresh off a dominant 3–0 victory over Falkirk. With only two points separating the sides, this is a pivotal battle for European places. A win for Hibs would see them leapfrog Rangers, piling pressure on Danny Röhl’s side.

Rangers vs Hibernian — Match Info

Competition: Scottish Premiership (Matchday 17)
Venue: Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow (Capacity: 51,587)
Date: Monday, 15 December 2025
Kickoff: 19:45 GMT | 20:45 CET | 14:45 ET
Referee: Don Robertson (SCO)

Rangers vs Hibernian — Match Stakes

Rangers (4th — 26 pts):

Win → Moves to 29 pts; stabilizes their grip on top 4 and restores fan confidence
Draw → Keeps Hibs at arm’s length but extends a sluggish domestic run
Loss → Drops to 5th; overtaken by Hibs and crisis talk intensifies at Ibrox

Hibernian (5th — 24 pts):

Win → Moves to 27 pts; huge statement win that takes them into the top 4
Draw → A solid result at a tough venue; keeps momentum building
Loss → Gap to Rangers widens to 5 pts; momentum from Falkirk win stalls

Rangers vs Hibernian — Team News

Rangers:

Bajrami N. — Out (Hamstring Injury)
Danilo — Out (Knee Injury)
Matondo R. — Out (Knee Injury)
Djiga N. — Questionable (AFCON release deadline looming)
Souttar J. — Questionable (Muscle tightness)

Hibernian:

Cadden C. — Out (Injury)
Obita J. — Questionable (Wingback crisis)
Bushiri R. — Available (Key Defender)
Bowie K. — Available (In red-hot form)

Rangers vs Hibernian — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Rangers

11/12 — 1–2 vs Ferencvaros (Europa League)
07/12 — 3–0 vs Kilmarnock (Premiership)
04/12 — 2–2 vs Dundee Utd (Premiership)
30/11 — 0–0 vs Falkirk (Premiership)
28/11 — 1–1 vs Braga (Europa League)

Hibernian

06/12 — 3–0 vs Falkirk (Premiership)
30/11 — 1–2 vs Celtic (Premiership)
26/11 — 0–2 vs Motherwell (Premiership)
22/11 — 2–0 vs Dundee FC (Premiership)
08/11 — 3–0 vs St. Mirren (Premiership)

Rangers vs Hibernian — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)

30/10/2025 — Hibernian 0–1 Rangers (Premiership)
20/09/2025 — Rangers 2–0 Hibernian (League Cup)
17/05/2025 — Hibernian 2–2 Rangers (Premiership)
05/04/2025 — Rangers 0–2 Hibernian (Premiership)
05/01/2025 — Hibernian 3–3 Rangers (Premiership)

Rangers vs Hibernian — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)

Rangers (4-2-3-1)

Butland; Tavernier, Balogun, Propper, Jefte; Barron, Raskin; Cerny, Diomande, Cortes; Miovski

Hibernian (3-1-4-2)

Bursik; Ekpiteta, O’Hora, Bushiri; Triantis; Miller, Kwon, Newell, Campbell; Boyle, Bowie

Rangers vs Hibernian — Impact Bench

Rangers: Dessers (Physical presence), Lawrence (Long-range shooting)

Hibernian: Youan (Pace on counter), Levitt (Midfield control)

Rangers vs Hibernian — Tactical Analysis

Rangers

Danny Röhl will demand a high-tempo start to banish the midweek European blues. Rangers will look to overload the wide areas, with James Tavernier pushing high to exploit Hibernian’s injury crisis at wing-back. The key will be feeding Bojan Miovski early; if Rangers score first, the Ibrox crowd will lift them. However, defensive lapses on the counter-attack remain a worry.

Hibernian

David Gray has shifted to a 3-1-4-2 to solidify the defense, and it worked perfectly against Falkirk. They will likely cede possession and look to hit Rangers on the break using the raw speed of Martin Boyle and the finishing of Kieron Bowie. If they can frustrate Rangers for the first 30 minutes, the home crowd’s anxiety could become Hibs’ 12th man.

Rangers vs Hibernian — Key Battles

Tavernier vs Hibs Left Wing-Back — massive mismatch potential if Obita is out
Barron vs Newell — battle for midfield grit
Propper vs Bowie — shaky defender vs in-form striker
Butland vs Boyle — goalkeeper stopping the transition threat

Rangers vs Hibernian — Spotlight Players

Rangers — Bojan Miovski

The striker has been a bright spark in a dull season. His movement in the box is elite, and Rangers will rely entirely on him to convert Tavernier’s crosses.

Hibernian — Kieron Bowie

Fresh off a brace against Falkirk, Bowie is brimming with confidence. His physicality and direct running will cause headaches for a Rangers defense that looked vulnerable in Europe.

Rangers vs Hibernian — Prediction

Rangers 2–1 Hibernian

It will be tense and tight. Hibs have the tools to hurt Rangers on the break, but the Ibrox factor usually tells in these evening kickoffs. Expect Rangers to edge it, possibly through a late goal or a Tavernier set-piece.